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Many of the 17 million annual visitors to Washington, D.C., tour the city on foot, often exploring famed landmarks located along the 2-mile-long National Mall. Thankfully, some hotels scattered throughout the nation’s capital offer in-room whirlpool tubs, allowing weary travelers to soak their aching muscles in private after a day of nonstop sightseeing.

Dupont Circle

Situated between the bustling neighborhoods of Dupont Circle and Adams Morgan, Courtyard Washington, DC/Dupont Circle (marriott.com) lies near a host of restaurants and nightclubs. The onsite Bistro offers breakfast, dinner and late night cocktails. The hotel features 146 guest rooms, including the presidential suite outfitted with a two-person whirlpool tub, refrigerator, two flat-screen TVs and floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the city. The hotel also includes a fitness center and outdoor seasonal pool.

Housed inside an 1883 Victorian red stone mansion, Swann House (swannhouse.com) offers complimentary breakfast, complete with homemade desserts and hot dishes, served in the formal dining room or covered porch. The hotel features 12 guest rooms, some of which include whirlpool tubs, private decks and wood-burning fireplaces. The hotel, just four blocks from Dupont Circle, also includes a small outdoor swimming pool.

Near The White House

One block east of the White House, The Willard (washington.intercontinental.com) opened its doors in 1818. The opulent lobby includes towering ceilings, marble columns and ornate tapestries. Outfitted with 375 guest rooms, the hotel offers some suites with canopy beds, sunken whirlpool tubs and formal dining rooms. The hotel also features three dining options, including a French bistro, seafood restaurant and bar.

The Madison (madisonhoteldc.com) offers high-end accommodations, including some suites equipped with marble bathrooms, libraries, dining rooms, outdoor terraces and whirlpool tubs. The hotel features a European cafe, upscale American cuisine bistro and lobby bar. The hotel lies 10 minutes on foot from the White House. Guests also can arrange limo service through The Madison.

Downtown

Hotel Monaco (monaco-dc.com), four blocks north of the National Mall, includes 183 guest rooms and suites. While all of the guest rooms have 20-foot vaulted ceilings, pet goldfish and complimentary yoga accessories, every suite features whirlpool bathtubs, rain showerheads, king-size beds and DVD/CD players. The hotel also provides a hosted wine hour each evening and in-room spa treatments, including massages and facials. The pet-friendly hotel does not limit the size or weight of animals, and provides water, bowls and treats.

The upscale Ritz-Carlton (ritzcarlton.com) includes 300 guest rooms and suites, many of which offer views of the city and Italian marble bathrooms. The Ritz-Carlton suite provides a 10-person dining room, whirlpool tub, fireplace and private terrace. The onsite health club features a spa, lap pool, gym and more than 100 fitness classes. Dining options include a cafe, American bistro and lobby bar. The hotel sits three blocks north of the Foggy Bottom metro station and provides chauffeured service.

Georgetown/Embassy Row

All of the guest rooms in Georgetown Hill Inn (georgetownhillinn.com) feature whirlpool tubs and plasma TVs, while the suites include full kitchens equipped with complimentary beverages. The attached Cafe Divan serves Turkish fare amid an upscale setting, complete with hardwood floors and floor-to-ceiling windows. Guests are near a host of public parks and gardens, including the Dumbarton Oaks Gardens.

The Fairfax at Embassy Row (starwoodhotels.com) features 259 guest rooms and suites, some of which include MP3 docking stations, dining rooms, whirlpool tubs and views of the National Cathedral or Washington Monument. The hotel also offers a 24-hour gym, a cocktail lounge and 2100 Prime, an upscale restaurant serving grilled meats, seafood and wine. Located on Embassy Row, the hotel also lies within walking distance of Georgetown and Dupont Circle.

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